Israel’s Macrocure, a biotechnology company developing advanced cell therapy products, announced positive results for a “Real Life” Phase IV trial of its lead product, CureXcell, for the treatment of hard-to-heal ulcers in a community care setting. CureXcell is made with …
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OurCrowd raises over $12m. for its startups
Crowdfunding platform OurCrowd closes new round for Jeff Pulver’s startup Zula, pushing total raised by fund to over $12m. in its first seven months.
Israelis lead in social surfing
A whopping 91.5 percent of Israeli internet users over the age of 18 use social networks, according to a new survey by the Mahshov Research Institute. With Wi-Fi readily available around the country – and usually free of charge—it isn’t …
BGU identifies gene mutation that causes intestinal obstruction
Genetics Prof. Ohad Birk and a group of researchers from Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (BGU) and Soroka University Medical Center have discovered genetic mutations that lead to intestinal blockages in newborns from two Bedouin tribes in Israel. In a …
Israel’s AeroScout sold for $240m.
Israel’s AeroScout – a global leader in tracking objects and people through Wi-Fi networks – has reportedly been acquired by an American infrastructure and services company for some $240 million. The Calcalist business daily reported that the buyer will identify …
Tel Aviv set to host BioMed expo
Over 1,000 visitors from 42 countries are expected to attend this year’s ILSI-BioMed international conference in Tel Aviv, from May 21-23.
Gilad Shalit to lead peace ride
The annual ‘Cycling for Peace’ ride has come full circle as Gilad Shalit takes the lead in tomorrow’s event (May 4).Last year’s happening was dedicated to the release of Shalit, who was kidnapped by Hamas. This year, he’s set to …
FDA approves Israeli-made Gaucher drug Elelyso
A new Israeli developed treatment for Gaucher disease is set to hit pharmacies around the globe, following approval of the new drug by the American Food and Drug Administration.The new medication is called Elelyso and it was developed by Israel’s …
New HU research could help treat autism
Hebrew University of Jerusalem researchers have shown that the different genes involved in autism tend to be involved in specific processes in the brain. The scientists say their study has potential implications for early diagnosis as well as for treatment of autism in the future.
Brainsway raises $4.3 million
Following positive trial results in the treatment of major depression, Israel’s Brainsway has raised $4.3 million.The funding came from an allotment of shares and warrants to a group of investors led by the private equity fund, Shavit Capital. Brainsway has the …
Zeevi takes Judo gold
Israeli judokan Arik Zeevi celebrated victory at the European Judo Championships over the weekend. Zeevi won the gold medal in the under-100-kilogram weight class against Georgia’s Levan Zhorzholiani.